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Marktplatz
Historic heart of Karlsruhe with classical architecture
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Karlsruhe's Marktplatz is the city's central hub, linking the monumental Stadtkirche with the Rathaus opposite. Designed by Friedrich Weinbrenner, the square showcases classical architecture. At its center stands the Karlsruhe Pyramid, a city symbol and tomb of the city's founder, Karl Wilhelm of Baden-Durlach.
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The Karlsruhe Pyramid is the tomb of the city's founder.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1807
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Location
Nearby
Großherzog-Ludwig-Denkmal
42 m away
Evangelische Stadtkirche (Karl-Friedrich-Straße)
62 m away
Rathausturm
91 m away
Kleine Kirche
107 m away
Lammbrunnen
113 m away
Großherzog-Karl-Denkmal
229 m away
Großherzog-Karl-Friedrich-Denkmal
228 m away
Museum beim Markt
112 m away
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